Laura Fish

Background

About Laura Fish

I am a higher education professional with 15+ years of experience in instruction, student services, and campus operations. My expertise spans business and healthcare technology instruction, curriculum design, and student success strategies that drive measurable outcomes. At Coastal Pines Technical College, I’ve ranked in the Top 5 for student load in 12 of the last 14 semesters, contributing over $100K in tuition annually and spearheaded a textbook cost-reduction initiative that saved students thousands over their academic careers. Beyond the classroom, I have served in elected faculty leadership roles (Faculty Senate Chair, State Faculty Consortium Committee Chair) and advised student organizations, strengthening institutional and community engagement. Previously, I managed a technical college satellite campus, coordinated apprenticeship programs serving 400+ applicants per cycle, and built partnerships with workforce and community stakeholders to expand opportunities for students. My career is defined by adaptability, problem-solving, and a commitment to student achievement and organizational growth. I am passionate about leveraging data, technology, and collaborative leadership to create learning environments that empower students and support institutional goals. Open to opportunities in higher education leadership, training & development, and roles that integrate education with workforce advancement.